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Why INTUNIV?
It can be challenging to famliarize yourself with the number of ADHD medications available. With so many options, what makes one different from another? Your child's doctor knows, but as a parent you want to have the facts as well. Read on to learn about the features of INTUNIV and why it may be right for your child.
INTUNIV can be taken alone or with a stimulant for ADHD
INTUNIV is a once-daily prescription medicine used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients ages 6 to 17. INTUNIV should be used as part of a total treatment plan that may include counseling or other therapies. INTUNIV was shown to work in clinical studies lasting up to 9 weeks.
INTUNIV is a non-stimulant ADHD medicine
That means INTUNIV is not a controlled substance, and is not likely to cause dependence or be abused. For some children, adding once-daily nonstimulant INTUNIV to their stimulant has been shown to provide more ADHD symptom improvement.
When added to a stimulant INTUNIV has been shown to reduce ADHD symptoms by about 30%
In one 9-week study, 455 children were included who were on a stable stimulant dose for at least 4 weeks and had some improvement but still had ADHD symptoms. These children then took either INTUNIV or a sugar pill with their stimulant. Doctors saw about 30% improvement in ADHD symptoms when INTUNIV was added to a stimulant compared with a sugar pill added to a stimulant.
The most common side effects of INTUNIV include sleepiness, tiredness, trouble sleeping, low blood pressure, nausea, stomach pain, and dizziness.
Brandon's INTUNIV Story
Brandon is a 10-year old bundle of energy who loves to be active and play outdoors.
This is one patient's story. Individual results may vary.
Brandon's doctor introduced INTUNIV as part of his treatment plan for his ADHD. Over time, Brandon's family saw noticeable changes in his symptoms.
This is one patient's story. Individual results may vary.
The doctor explained that INTUNIV may cause serious side effects such as low blood pressure, low heart rate, fainting, and sleepiness.
This is one patient's story. Individual results may vary.
The doctor also told us to watch for other side effects including nausea, tiredness, trouble sleeping, stomach pain, and dizziness. He also mentioned some precautions to take while Brandon takes INTUNIV.
This is one patient's story. Individual results may vary.
Brandon is beginning to act less impulsively and is starting to pay more attention.
This is one patient's story. Individual results may vary.
INTUNIV is a prescription medicine used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients ages 6 to 17. INTUNIV may be used alone or added to an ADHD stimulant medicine. INTUNIV should be used as part of a total treatment plan that may include counseling or other therapies. INTUNIV was shown to work in clinical studies lasting up to 9 weeks.
Important Safety Information About INTUNIV
Patients should not take INTUNIV if they are allergic to guanfacine or other ingredients in INTUNIV, or are taking other medicines containing guanfacine (such as TENEX®). Tell the doctor about all medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements your child is taking.
INTUNIV may cause serious side effects including low blood pressure, low heart rate, fainting, and sleepiness.
Before starting INTUNIV, tell the doctor if your child has low blood pressure, low heart rate, heart problems, has fainted, has liver or kidney problems, or has any other medical condition. You should also tell the doctor if your child is pregnant, breast-feeding, or plans to become pregnant or breast-feed.
Patients should drink plenty of water and not get overheated while taking INTUNIV.
Patients should not drive or use machinery like lawn mowers or power tools, until they know how INTUNIV affects them. INTUNIV can slow thinking and motor skills. While taking INTUNIV, patients should not drink alcohol or take other medicines that can cause sleepiness or dizziness because these symptoms may get worse.
The most common side effects of INTUNIV include sleepiness, tiredness, trouble sleeping, low blood pressure, nausea, stomach pain, and dizziness.
INTUNIV should be swallowed whole without crushing, chewing, or breaking the tablet. INTUNIV should not be taken with a high-fat meal. Do not change the dose or stop INTUNIV without talking with the doctor. The doctor will regularly check your child's blood pressure and heart rate.
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